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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:
– 1 pound ground chicken
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Lemon Orzo:
– 1 cup orzo pasta
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– Zest of 1 lemon
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, for garnish

This ingredient list makes it clear that you’ll use simple yet flavorful items to create a delightful meal that perfectly encapsulates Greek flavors.

Instructions

Creating Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo is a simple process. Follow these steps for a delicious result:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Mix the Meatball Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, egg, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
3. Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake the Meatballs: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Cook the Orzo: While the meatballs are baking, bring the chicken broth to a boil in a medium pot. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions.
6. Add Flavor to Orzo: Once the orzo is cooked, drain and return it to the pot. Stir in olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine the flavors.
7. Serve: Place a generous portion of lemon orzo on each plate and top with the baked chicken meatballs. Garnish with fresh parsley.

By following these straightforward steps, you will have a delicious and visually appealing dish ready to be enjoyed.

  • Author: Alana
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 30g